Piedra Santa Reviews

We were so excited to see a new restaurant open in our Little Italy neighborhood, and knew we had to make a reservation to check it out. We went for a Friday date night, and it did not disappoint! From the moment we walked in, the interior was stunning—a bright pink tree and glass wine displays greet you at the entrance, with striking murals above the bar, open kitchen views, and more glass displays showcasing cuts of meat and fresh seafood. It’s beautifully designed with an upscale but inviting vibe. The service was excellent—we had a dedicated waitress, but several other team members, including the manager, checked in throughout the night to make sure we had everything we needed. It felt warm, attentive, and effortless. We started with cocktails and were blown away by the presentation. Both the Levanta Muertos and Cobra Clutch were brought out on a cart, inside glass vessels filled with smoke—such a fun touch. Between the two, we both preferred the Cobra Clutch—a mezcal-based cocktail that was just the right amount of sweet and smoky. The Levanta Muertos, made with “navy strength botanicals,” was a bit strong for my taste, but gin lovers may appreciate it more. For an appetizer, we had the Tuna Tiradito—thinly sliced raw tuna in a miso limonette sauce, paired with a jalapeño olive relish that was surprisingly balanced and flavorful. Even my husband, who’s not big on spice or olives, loved it. It was light, refreshing, and a perfect start to the meal. For our main course, we shared the Parrillada for Two, which came with skirt steak, bone-in short rib, paisa chorizo, and morcilla sausage. We chose mashed potatoes and humita (a creamy sweet corn with peppers dish) as our sides. Everything was cooked and seasoned perfectly—so much so that the two sauces we selected (which come with the meal) were hardly needed, though the chimichurri was great! The skirt steak was our favorite—tender, flavorful, and grilled to perfection. The short rib was so tender it fell off the bone, and the morcilla sausage (a traditional Argentinian blood sausage) was surprisingly delicious, even for a first-timer like me. We left completely satisfied, with leftovers to enjoy at home. For the portion sizes, quality of food, and the experience as a whole, the price is incredibly fair—especially for a steakhouse in Little Italy. We’re already planning our next visit and can’t wait to try more from the menu. Highly recommend checking this place out while it's still flying under the radar!

This place is FANTASTIC! Not only is the food amazing but the staff - EVERY SINGLE ONE OF THEM - is amazing. We have been to this restaurant 5 times in fairly short order after our first experience. So good! We are fans for sure. They do it right. Great food, great atmosphere, great customer focus and overall great experience. If you are looking for a special night out don't hesitate. This is the place.